For some men, getting older can be an exciting time where years of hard work culminate into a fun, fruitful transition into retirement. It's a time to cross off bucket-list items and live life to the fullest, without the stress kids or business getting in the way. However, aging is a scary prospect for other men, filled with exhaustion, depression, and inability to perform in the bedroom.
If you're over the age of 40 and have noticed increased irritability and low sex drive, the world is not ending; chances are, you have low testosterone. Fortunately, advances in male health medicine mean you don't have to settle for a lackluster life with low T. If you're among the 39% of men that suffer from hypogonadism, don't lose hope - contact Better Life Age Management Wellness Center to discover the amazing benefits of TRT in Pineville, NC.
At Better Life, we help men just like you decide how they want to address the aging process. Will you settle for a slow decline or enjoy a fulfilling, normal life? If you wait too long, the choice will be made for you, and you might not like the results.
At Better Life, we believe you can influence your genetic potential through lifestyle. Whether you want to keep up with your teenagers on the basketball court or rediscover passion with your partner, our team of testosterone replacement therapy experts can show you the way.
Better Life was founded to give men with low testosterone a new lease on life - one that includes less irritability, less body fat, and more energy. If you're ready to look and feel younger, it's time to consider testosterone replacement therapy. Our TRT treatments are safe, effective, and personalized to your body and your goals. That way, you can keep loving life as you age, on your own terms.
For many men, TRT bridges the gap between their old, unsatisfying life and the more vibrant one they experience with hormone therapy. After all, you deserve to be in charge of your health and wellness, especially during middle age and beyond. With Better Life by your side, you have the chance to fight back against low testosterone with tools backed by science and research.
Unlike some other TRT clinics in the Carolinas, we aren't trying to treat our clients like they're on an assembly line. We don't cater to the masses - we help heal men who are serious about reclaiming their lives. Our patients choose Better Life because we:
If you're ready to live a more energetic, youthful life, know that it's never too late or too early to do so. But, how do you know you are a candidate for testosterone replacement therapy? Like most things in life, your body will do its part in letting you know.
Over the years, researchers have discovered that the prevalence of low testosterone in men increases from about 20% of men older than 60 to 50% of men older than 80.
To make matters worse, about 40% of men with high cholesterol and blood pressure levels also have low T. Additionally, about 50% of obese men experience low testosterone. If you fall into any of these categories, you should begin to think about ways to change your life, like diet, exercise, and TRT.
If erectile dysfunction has put a cold blanket over the spark between you and your partner, it's time to make a change. About half of men between 35 and 65 deal with erectile dysfunction and its frustrations daily. Fortunately, at Better Life, we have effective solutions to get you back to a place where spontaneity is welcomed and peak performance is common.
Better Life Carolinas provides the most advanced, non-invasive ED treatments available, like testosterone replacement therapy in Pineville, NC. Our TRT treatments have the potential to correct underlying changes in your body instead of just treating symptoms. We feel this approach is a more realistic option rather than taking a pill every time you need to perform. Check out the reviews on our website - Better Life patients with ED couldn't be happier with our treatments.
Testosterone has a role in many body functions, including the production of hair follicles. Many men lose hair and begin balding as they age; however, men with low testosterone can also suffer from loss of body hair. While there is an inherited component to balding, you should be wary of hair loss, especially if hair loss is not common in your bloodline.
Let's be honest here: a man's sex life can be thrown into ruin when they get fat. This is especially true when a man has low T and develops symptoms like gynecomastia or large breasts. Of course, getting fatter means you're looking at a litany of new health problems like high cholesterol and diabetes. It seems like middle-aged men just accept the fact that they're going to get fat. But, it doesn't have to be that way. Men who find themselves developing more fat around their stomachs can correct their testosterone imbalance with TRT from Better Life.
Have you noticed that you feel sluggish, tired, or apathetic on your days off? Men with low testosterone have reported lower energy levels and extreme fatigue, even when not working full time. You might have low T if you're constantly tired despite getting eight hours of sleep or more.
Many men experience changes in concentration, focus, and productivity as they age. Though it's not a serious medical condition, brain fog is usually a symptom of other medical problems, like low testosterone. Men with brain fog experience a lack of mental clarity, problems with memory, lack of focus, and poor concentration. This problem interferes with everyday tasks at work and home, but with hormone therapy, it doesn't have to be an ongoing problem in your life.
Before we dive into the many benefits of testosterone replacement therapy from Better Life, it's important that you understand how TRT works.
Testosterone was initially lab synthesized way back in 1935. Since then, it has been used in clinical settings to help address low test levels. Over the last couple of decades, testosterone has become one of the most common medications in the U.S.
TRT works by restoring healthy testosterone levels in men that suffer from low T. TRT is not too different from insulin needed by diabetics. Essentially, the body lacks a healthy production of a necessary hormone, so it needs to be "replaced" with an exogenous source - in this case, testosterone.
While most men start taking TRT after 50, more men in their 30s and 40s are having their testosterone levels checked at clinics like Better Life Carolinas. If you think you're "too young" to try testosterone replacement therapy but find yourself suffering from symptoms like ED, it wouldn't hurt to have a doctor measure your T levels.
If you're looking for TRT in Pineville, NC, it's easy to understand why. Hundreds of thousands of men have reclaimed their vigor and youth with regular testosterone replacement therapy. With Better Help to guide the way, you too can experience the many benefits of TRT.
A healthy heart pumps blood throughout your body, giving organs and muscles the oxygen they need to perform. Testosterone helps red blood cell production through the bone marrow. When you have low T levels, your muscles and organs will often suffer. Low T levels have been attributed to a number of cardiovascular problems, which is cause for concern.
However, a study of 83,000 men found that males whose testosterone levels returned to normal were 36% less likely to experience a stroke 24% less likely to experience a heart attack. This promising sign shows that TRT can actually help keep your heart and blood healthy.
Testosterone plays a crucial role in bone density. Bone mineral density decreases as men get older and T levels drop. This drop in testosterone raises the risk of developing osteoporosis. Strong bones help support your organs and muscles, boosting quality of life and even athletic performance. Research shows that bone density increases with higher doses of TRT. Some clinical trials recently found that testosterone also increases hip and spinal bone density.
One of the most popular reasons why men choose TRT from Better Life Age Management Wellness Center is to enjoy increased libido. Testosterone levels rise in response to sexual activity and arousal. It's well known that men with higher levels of testosterone have more sexual activity. However, older men need more testosterone for healthy erectile function and libido. TRT is often a viable solution for older men who are looking to reignite that special spark with their spouse.
Additional benefits of using TRT can include:
A: Testosterone is a hormone found in both men and women. Also referred to as an androgen, testosterone is a hormone that helps the formation of male body characteristics. Normal testosterone levels for men are between 300 to 1,010 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL). As men and women age, they can expect their testosterone levels to decrease naturally. However, conditions like obesity and type 2 diabetes and injuries to the testicles can affect T levels. Whether from natural causes or injury, testosterone levels can become abnormally low in some individuals, which is often when TRT is the most helpful.
A: Clinical trials show that TRT is both safe and effective for men with hypogonadism and abnormally low levels of testosterone. When prescribed by a doctor, TRT is very safe so long as there are no external risks present. Clinics like Better Life offer comprehensive health plans that include TRT and other revolutionary treatments to improve quality of life. These treatments are only conducted after rigorous testing to ensure treatment is necessary. However, TRT is not for everyone. Generally speaking, testosterone replacement therapy is not a good idea for people with diabetes, prostate cancer, and cardiovascular diseases.
A: There are several TRT options on the market today, including injections, gels, implants, pills, and patches. After your free consultation and testing, the Better Life team of doctors and specialists will speak with you about the best options for your unique needs.
The days of "living with it" are over. Today, we're able to treat most symptoms of low testosterone with non-surgical, pain-free solutions like TRT in Pineville. There's never been a better time to reclaim your life and face the issues preventing you from being the best you.
Better Life offers several customized health plan options catered to your needs. We make it easy to supplement your testosterone treatments with our in-house scans, peptides, pharmaceutical-grade supplements, and IV hydration services. Don't delay - schedule your free consultation today!
843-737-2597The robots use artificial intelligence to learn the routes of the restaurant.PINEVILLE, N.C. — Restaurants continue to struggle. Many are understaffed and the employees they do have may feel overworked. But a new restaurant in Pineville is filling staffing holes with robotic waiters.Shortages are facing almost every industry, especially the food industry. At Yiding Hot Pot, they've come up with a different kind of solution to hiring: replacing wai...
The robots use artificial intelligence to learn the routes of the restaurant.
PINEVILLE, N.C. — Restaurants continue to struggle. Many are understaffed and the employees they do have may feel overworked. But a new restaurant in Pineville is filling staffing holes with robotic waiters.
Shortages are facing almost every industry, especially the food industry. At Yiding Hot Pot, they've come up with a different kind of solution to hiring: replacing waiters with robots.
Robots named Wall-e and Eve after the popular movie WALL-E can deliver food to your table. They use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to learn the routes of the restaurant.
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So, it poses the question, are robot waiters the future? It's a growing trend the restaurant industry is trying to answer.
Alice Wang, the owner of Yiding Hot Pot, believes it provides a better experience for customers and staff, saying the robot helps eliminate labor for the worker, who then can better serve the customer.
She also said there's a long way to go before robots replace humans.
Wang said the robots cost about $10,000 but it's worth every penny because they don't collect a salary. As for tipping, there are still other staff members helping serve your meal that you can tip.
Contact Lexi Wilson at lwilson@wcnc.com and follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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You can now travel from the North Carolina-South Carolina state line toward Uptown using the Little Sugar Creek Greenway.Driving the news: A ...
Driving the news: A new stretch of the greenway spanning nearly three miles from Pineville to the South Carolina state line is officially open.
Why it matters: The project gives residents lots of space to explore the outdoors. It also provides an alternate means of travel for cyclists and runners looking to avoid congested streets.
Details: The new section runs from the President James K. Polk State Historic Site (12031 Lancaster Hwy in Pineville) to Gilroy Drive in Lancaster County, S.C.
Public access points with parking include the Polk site and Pineville Lake Park/Belle Johnston Center 330 Lake Dr. and 12021 Lancaster Hwy. There are a few parking spots at the Gilroy Drive trailhead in South Carolina.
Of note: You can park just north of the new segment at 9800 Leitner Dr. in Pineville.
Bonus: The new section is far from entirely flat. If you’re looking for a decent incline, you’ll find a few spots as you get closer to South Carolina.
What’s next: Expect to see more greenways throughout the region.
Go deeper: How to bike from Elizabeth to Pineville on Charlotte’s greenways
Note: We first published this story in March 2023. We updated it June 1, 2023.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The name Dean Smith, the man hired to coach Charlotte FC, is synonymous with success in the state of North Carolina. The legendary head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels won a pair of NCAA championships in his illustrious career.Now, Smith is charged with the task of taking Charlotte FC to the next level.What You Need To Know Charlotte FC...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The name Dean Smith, the man hired to coach Charlotte FC, is synonymous with success in the state of North Carolina. The legendary head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels won a pair of NCAA championships in his illustrious career.
Now, Smith is charged with the task of taking Charlotte FC to the next level.
Charlotte FC hired Smith on Tuesday, and before stepping foot on the sidelines in Charlotte, Smith will already have a nice size fan club waiting for him.
Michael Smoak is the Chairperson of the Aston Villa FC Supporters group in Charlotte. They gather at his Middle James Brewing Taproom in Pineville for all games, opening early to accommodate the start times when matches kickoff in England. Smoak is keenly aware of the new Charlotte FC head coach, as he led Smoak's beloved AVFC back to relevance in the Premier League.
"The players love him as a manager," Smoak said Wednesday. "We’re talking about a big time Premier League coach. He brought Aston Villa out of the championship, went on a 10 game win streak, kept them in the Premier League. This is a big hire for Charlotte FC. [Team owner David] Tepper did his research, and found the right man."
The 10-game win streak Smoak references is the AVFC club record for consecutive wins. He is highly regarded in coaching circles, and will try to do for Charlotte FC what he has done with Aston Villa.
Charlotte FC will enter the 2024 season with their third head coach in their third season of existence. Miguel Angel Ramirez was hired for the first season, but fired in the early stages of the 2022 campaign, and replaced by Christian Lattanzio on an interim basis.
Charlotte made Lattanzio the full-time head coach to begin 2023, but he was released by the team in spite of Charlotte reaching the play-in round of the Major League Soccer playoffs for the first time.
As for Smoak, and his AVFC supporters, having Smith at the helm of the club is a positive sign, not just for his knowledge of soccer, but for his personality.
Smoak says Smith is one of the nicest people he's ever met, and even recalled a chance encounter in an airport.
"We were in the Philadelphia airport, he walked into the same area we were in," Smoak said with a grin. "I talked to him for a little while, nicest guy you've ever met. Talked to my kids a lot, my son was ecstatic."
Charlotte FC fans are hoping they can enjoy those same feelings with their own Dean Smith as head coach.
To celebrate Carowinds’ 50th anniversary, the amusement park will be setting off fireworks for 50 nights in a row.CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) -To celebrate Carowinds 50th anniversary, the amusement park will be setting off fireworks for 50 nights in a row. It’s part of the park’s ‘50 Nights of Fire.’People living nearby the park, like Bailey Dunmire expressed their concerns about the nightly firework show will impact pets, children, and possibly people with PTSD.Dunmire lives roughly 3.4 miles ...
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) -To celebrate Carowinds 50th anniversary, the amusement park will be setting off fireworks for 50 nights in a row. It’s part of the park’s ‘50 Nights of Fire.’
People living nearby the park, like Bailey Dunmire expressed their concerns about the nightly firework show will impact pets, children, and possibly people with PTSD.
Dunmire lives roughly 3.4 miles away from the park and says the fireworks each night disturbs her neighborhood.
”It kinda just resembles like a war zone almost on some level. And it’s just, just earth-shattering, and it happens right when I fall asleep usually. It actually bothers me, I mean it actually shakes our house,” shared Dunmire.
Carowinds officials said the show will start around 10 p.m. and last for seven minutes each night.
Carowinds released this statement to WBTV, regarding concerns they have received from residents living near the park:
“We understand and appreciate the concerns expressed by some guests regarding the potential impact of the ‘50 Nights of Fire’ event on families, pets, and veterans. Carowinds places great emphasis on providing comprehensive information and updates about the event across all Carowinds-owned social media platforms, Carowinds.com, the Carowinds App, and during check-in at Carowinds Camp Wilderness Resort to ensure widespread awareness. The show commences at park closure at 10:00 p.m. ET and lasts for approximately 7 minutes and 2 seconds, featuring a display of pyrotechnics that includes the coordination of 180 drones.
We are fully committed to addressing these concerns and fostering an environment where all attendees can feel comfortable, and safe
Carowinds has obtained the necessary permits for the ‘50 Nights of Fire’ event, and these permits encompass the concerns expressed by the community. Carowinds considers noise management, and the shells used in the display are specifically chosen to create a captivating visual experience without the excessive noise typically associated with larger fireworks shows, such as those on July 4th.”
Dunmire expressed how she feels this is not a solution for her, and her neighbors.
“Our dog, she is about 15. She has a little dementia and she kinda just gets in that state of just she doesn’t really know where she’s at. Of course, we forgot to give her medicine that night to calm her and she kept my daughter up all night. So I guess I’m gonna live with drugged dogs for 50 days. They’re just gonna disrupt everybody’s sleep and get the animals and the babies and the veterans all worked up? They didn’t really seem to care,” said Dunmire.
The 50 Nights of Fire started June 17.
Park officials told WBTV that if the firework show does not start by 10:30 p.m. each night, they will not go off due to noise ordinance regulations.
To learn more about 50 Nights of Fire, click here.
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Thermoplastic piping supplier IPEX reports that it is making a major investment in a new injection molding plant in Pineville, NC. Equipped with state-of-the-art Industry 4.0 and artificial intelligence technology, the facility will significantly increase IPEX’s ability to manufacture fittings for plumbing, electrical, industrial, and municipal applications, said the company.The nearly 200,000-square-foot manufacturing facility will be the technological flagship for the company’s operations and one of the most advanced pla...
Thermoplastic piping supplier IPEX reports that it is making a major investment in a new injection molding plant in Pineville, NC. Equipped with state-of-the-art Industry 4.0 and artificial intelligence technology, the facility will significantly increase IPEX’s ability to manufacture fittings for plumbing, electrical, industrial, and municipal applications, said the company.
The nearly 200,000-square-foot manufacturing facility will be the technological flagship for the company’s operations and one of the most advanced plastics manufacturing facilities in the industry, according to IPEX. The plant’s flexible automation capabilities will enable total automation for all facets of sorting, labelling, counting, packing, and assembly.
Automation will eliminate the majority of manual, repetitive processes and tasks, and the production floor will be forklift-free, replaced by AI-powered auto-guided vehicles, thus increasing plant safety. Indeed, industry-leading health and safety best practices will be implemented at the facility on day one, said IPEX.
With sustainability in mind, the plant will be fully climate-controlled and use energy-efficient lighting and high-efficiency machines to reduce the use of both electricity and water.
Ample space for testing and prototyping a number of new products already in development has been set aside in the building design.
IPEX anticipates hiring more than 150 people in the area, with key opportunities for supervisory, technical, and quality control personnel to support Industry 4.0 systems.
The new plant is described as an integral part of IPEX’s continued growth plans in North America by CEO Alex Mestres. “This level of investment in new technologies, cloud connectivity, and flexible automation will make this plant a learning showcase for the rest of our operations and will allow us to better serve our customers with added flexibility, response time, and innovative products,” said Mestres in a prepared statement.
Construction is expected to be finalized in late 2022, with full operations planned to start in early 2023. Once the project is completed, the Pineville site, which includes an existing molding facility, will be home to nearly 100 injection molding machines, IPEX’s biggest molding complex.
The Pineville manufacturing plant is the company’s fourth new facility announcement in 2021, following three new distribution centers in Garland, TX; Winnipeg, MB; and Dartmouth, NS.
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